GRAND RAPIDS, Mich (WOOD) – As winter starts to settle in, now is the time of year to use our fireplaces. That’s why it’s so important to make sure your chimney is in good shape. Chimney expert, Ken Hancock of Hancock Chimney joined eightWest in studio to talk about keeping your home safe during the winter and to offer an amazing deal.

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich (WOOD) – After such a beautiful weekend with lots of sunshine, don’t be fooled, winter is right around the corner! That means right now is the time to get your chimney and fireplaces inspected, even those that don’t burn wood. Ken Hancock of Hancock Chimneyis our expert in this area, and joined eightWest to talk about the importance of getting your chimney inspected and to offer viewers a special discount!

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GRAND RAPIDS, Mich (WOOD) – Last week’s dip in temperatures made most of us pull our jackets out of storage and turn up the thermometer. Before you know it, you’ll be using your fireplace every day. That means now is the time to get that inspection you may have been putting off. Ken Hancock of Hancock Chimney joined eightWest to explain the importance of maintaining your chimney. Ready to make your appointment? Right now Hancock Chimney is giving customers a chance to win free chimney sweeping for life! Go to their website and write a review or fill out an entry for you chance to win “free sweeps for life”! Contest goes from now until the end of October. Plus, this week only, eightWest viewers can get $25 off!

GRANDVILLE, Mich. (WOOD) Soon enough, winter will be here and a great way to warm up during the cold months is with a roaring fire in the fireplace. That means now is the time to get a chimney inspection from the experts at Hancock Chimney Services.

It’s important to get a chimney inspection to find out what’s inside before you start using your fireplace. Some common issues can include rust, inner lining damage, plugged chimney, missing mortar, and even animals. Hancock gets inside the chimney to pinpoint problems and offer solutions.

Call Hancock Chimney now to take advantage of season specials that include a $99 camera scan flue liner inspection or $199 inspection and fireplace sweeping now through September 30 while appointments last.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) Summer is officially here, but now is the time to make sure your fireplace and chimney are in good working order in time for fall. The experts at Hancock Chimney Service stay very busy in the summer time, when the weather is optimum for doing important checks.

One of the homes Hancock recently visited is the home of eightWest host Rachael Ruiz! Her home was built in the 1930s and they have lived there for five years, but never started a fire in the fireplace because they never got it inspected. Ruiz brought in Ken Hancock and his expert team. They performed a thorough inspection of the fireplace, chimney, chimney cap, and more to make sure it’s in good working order.

The Hancock team found problems with the mortar that can cause carbon monoxide leaking. They recommended a repair called a Heat Shield, which Ken says is not unusual to need, based on the age of the home.

Call Hancock to schedule an appointment and get a camera scan inspection for $149. Call (616) 432-2454 or visit their website to get started.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) The combination of warm days with cool nights and mornings can draw some unwanted attention to your chimney. Ken Hancock of Hancock Chimney Service says animals like raccoons and squirrels love to make their homes in chimneys, especially during cool nights. They can introduce diseases and other pests like fleas and ticks into your home.

Animals like raccoons can also smell food odors and climb down the chimney. Raccoons, squirrels, even ducks will build nests in the spring. Once they get in, they usually can’t get out on their own, especially birds.

Animals and debris in your chimney are also very dangerous because if you start a fire in the fireplace, it can cause smoke and carbon monoxide to go into your home and can start a house fire.

Chimney caps are the best way to keep animals out of your chimney. All chimney caps from Hancock are stainless steel, so they won’t rust and stain your house.

Schedule an appointment now to take care of damage caused by animals or weather elements. Hancock is offering a special for eightWest viewers. Get $25 off chimney caps when you schedule a service. Call by Friday, May 27 to take advantage of the deal!

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) Early spring is a tricky time of year when it comes to your chimney. Our expert, Ken Hancock of Hancock Chimney Service, has specific solutions to your chimney problems.

Animals like raccoons and squirrels love to make their homes in chimneys, especially during cool days and nights. They can introduce diseases and other pests like fleas and ticks into your home. Animals and debris in your chimney are also very dangerous because if you start a fire in the fireplace, it can cause smoke and carbon monoxide to go into your home and can start a house fire.

Chimney caps are the best way to keep animals out of your chimney. All chimney caps from Hancock are stainless steel, so they won’t rust and stain your house.

All Hancock employees are certified and experienced. The crew focuses on safety on the job to inspect your chimney from the top down and the inside out. They look for specific solutions so small issues don’t become huge problems.

Schedule an appointment now to take care of damage caused by the winter and spring freeze/thaw cycle. Hancock is offering a special for eightWest viewers. Get a sweep, camera scan, and mechanical inspection on one flue for $199 or a Level 1 inspection of fireplace flue and camera scan for up to two flues for $149. Also get $25 off chimney caps. The offers are good through April 30. Call (616) 534-4228 or (616) 396-4046.

Ken Hancock of Hancock Chimney Services says animals are attracted to chimneys because they are similar to hollow trees, which draw animals in for shelter. Animals like raccoons can also smell food odors and climb down the chimney. Raccoons, squirrels, even ducks will build nests in the spring. Once they get in, they usually can’t get out on their own, especially birds.

Other chimney issues during springtime can include deterioration from moisture. Waterproofing your chimney is the best thing you can do to protect it. Moisture is your chimney’s biggest enemy, with mold and moss getting inside the chimney and into the walls of your house. It’s best to fix the issue before it gets too bad and becomes a much more costly repair.

Hancock Chimney Services is offering a special for eightWest viewers during the month of March. Get a Level I inspections featuring a certified camera scan for up to two flues for $149 or a camera scan inspection and sweep for one flue for $199. The special is good through March 31, 2016.

When moisture like rain or snow gets inside the brick and mortar of a chimney, it freezes and expands and can break the bricks apart. Moisture is your chimney’s biggest enemy.

Hancock employs a staff of educated and trained experts who work in all kinds of weather to make sure your chimney is safe. They work inside and outside of your home to make sure your chimney is clean, free of cracks, moisture, and other damage that can lead to dangerous problems. Hancock uses high-tech equipment and repair methods that make sure every nook and cranny is inspected and your home stays clean.

Right now is the best time to check out your home heating system or fireplace. There are incentives for homeowners to upgrade to more efficient fireplace inserts.

Hancock Chimney Services is offering a great deal now through February 29. For $199, get a sweep, camera scan, and mechanical inspection. For $99, get a level one inspection, which covers one fireplace flue, a camera scan, and a mechanical inspection.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) Santa will soon arrive at the chimney, so you want to make sure it’s in good shape. Take advantage of the mild weather to get your chimney inspected by the experts at Hancock Chimney Service.

The unseasonable warmth can be tricky for chimneys, because moisture can damage a chimney and the warmth brings out animals who may want to make a home inside yours. A chimney hood can keep rain, animals, and debris out to protect your chimney and your home.

You can still get your chimney inspected before it snows. Hancock Chimney Service is offering $25 off chimney inspections through Friday, December 18. Call (616) 534-4228 or (616) 396-4046 to make an appointment.

GRANDVILLE, Mich. (WOOD) Cooler weather is here and you may have already put your fireplace to good use. Before the chill sets in for the winter, you want to make sure your chimney is in good working order. For that, turn to the experts at Hancock Chimney Services.

Animals or debris can get into your chimney over the spring, summer, and fall, so it’s best to know what’s going on inside your chimney before heavy use during the winter. Hancock’s team uses a camera to go inside and search for any wear and tear and make sure the mechanicals are operating effectively. Hancock uses high-tech equipment and repair methods that make sure every nook and cranny is inspected and your home stays clean.

Take advantage of a special right now. Get $15 off a chimney inspection if you book before Friday, October 23. Call Hancock Chimney Services at (616) 534-4228 or (616) 396-4046.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) There is a chill in the air that means fall isn’t far away. The experts at Hancock Chimney say as temperatures cool down, it gets more problematic to repair chimneys. So now is the perfect time to make sure your fireplace is ready to go in time for winter.

The staff at Hancock Chimney can make sure your chimney is clean, free of cracks, moisture, and other damage that can lead to dangerous problems. Hancock uses high-tech equipment and repair methods that make sure every nook and cranny is inspected and your home stays clean.

Call to make an appointment for an inspection. Mention you saw them on eightWest and get $25 off! The offer is good only until Friday, September 25. Call (616) 534-4228 or (616) 396-4046.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich (WOOD) Just about the only thing worse than not getting work that’s need done on your home is having work done dangerously wrong. And when it comes to your chimney, experienced professionals are needed to get the work done right. Our expert, Ken Hancock of Hancock Chimney Services gives us some advice on what to watch out for.

One of the most important things to consider is carbon monoxide poisoning. This can result from connecting pipes that are too long and can cause the gas to leak. Poisoning can also happen as a result of pipes being blocked in your basement or a blockage in the chimney.

Other things to watch out for, chimney cracks due to leaking in your foundation.

Hancock Chimney is offering eightWest viewers special pricing, $25 off any service. You need to call by Friday, July 17. Call (616) 534-4228 or visit their website to make an appointment.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) You might not give much thought to your fireplace and chimney during the summer months, but it’s crucial to prevent unwanted visitors.

The experts at Hancock Chimney Services say critters like raccoons and squirrels love to set up camp inside chimneys during the summer. They can cause a lot of damage in the chimney and inside your home. To keep them out, you need a good chimney cap installed by a reputable business like the pros at Hancock.

Summer is also a great time to have maintenance done on your chimney like power washing, repairs, and inspections. Hancock is offering $25 off any service right now. Call (616) 534-4228 or email to set up an appointment.

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) Rainy spring weather is good for lawns, but it can wreak havoc on your chimney. Ken Hancock of Hancock Chimney Services says moisture is your chimney’s biggest enemy. If water is getting in your chimney or your home, it can cause mold inside your walls. Water also washes the mortar out, which can weaken your chimney and cause it to leak carbon monoxide into your house.

A chimney cap is a good option to keep the rain and animals out. Hancock Chimney is staffed by certified chimney sweeps and can walk you through your options. In celebration of their 35th anniversary, Hancock is offering $35 off cap and cap dampers now through April 30. Call (616) 534-4228 or visit their website to make an appointment.